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Wing foiling, also known as wing surfing, or winging, is a water sport that has been rapidly growing in popularity in recent years. With its combination of elements from kitesurfing, windsurfing, and stand-up paddleboarding, wing foiling has proven to be a versatile and accessible sport that appeals to a broad range of people. Advantages of Wing Foiling Accessibility One of the main advantages of wing foiling is its accessibility. Unlike other water sports that require specialized equipment or …

<hr< p=""> Video Summary Tucker, Jeff, and Ryan are discussing the benefits of downwind style foilboards for winging in light wind. These boards tend to be a little longer and narrower than traditional wingboards, allowing for less drag, better planing, and a higher top speed. This benefits most riders with better lift-off and lower light wind range. The boards are compared to 17-meter kites for kiteboarding in light wind, providing the power necessary to ride when other riders c …

This is Tucker, and today I'm going to discuss a very special wing that F-One just released, the "Skate" spelled "SK8". If you're interested in a brand new foil from F-One that just rips it up in the waves and is a blast for wing foiling as well, check this one out. The SK8 from F-One is available in a number of sizes, from 550 all the way up to 1050. I have been riding the 950 and I'm just loving this thing. It has been a bit of an addiction for me. I've loved the Eagle foils for a long …

F-One, the renowned French kiteboarding and wing foiling brand, has launched its latest edition of the iconic Strike wing—the Strike V3. This state-of-the-art wing is the ultimate performance wing, offering comfort, stability, power, precision, durability, and the ability to go upwind quickly and efficiently in any winds.Revolutionary Design for Unprecedented Performance The Strike V3 boasts a completely new design that has been precisely thought out to adapt the wing’s shape to the tensions …

Duotone is one of the most popular brands in the wing foil industry, and they have a reputation for producing quality equipment that is well-suited for riders of all skill levels. In this blog post, we'll be discussing their latest wing, the 2023 Slick, and how it compares to its predecessor, the 2022 Slick SLS.What is the Duotone Slick Wing All About? The Slick is a popular model from Duotone that is known for being versatile and easy to ride. It is suitable for beginners to advanced r …

Duotone has just released its newest addition to its wing collection, the 2023 Slick. This free ride and freestyle wing is equipped with the Mini Boom, providing infinite options in hand placement and increased wind range. In this blog post, we'll explore the features and benefits of the NEW 2023 Slick.Increased Lift Power, Hang Time, and StabilityCrafted with the objective of enhancing the rider's experience on the water, the Slick features increased lift power, hang time, and stability. The de …

Jaime Herraiz is a seasoned kiteboarding professional, widely recognized as one of the pioneers of the sport. With years of experience under his belt, Jaime has become a household name in the kiteboarding community, thanks to his exceptional skills and innovative approach to the sport.  As a longstanding team rider for Duotone Kiteboarding, Jaime has designed his own pro model kiteboard, which has become a best-seller in the industry.  Beyond his success as an athlete, Jaime …

Line sleeving tutorial on how to fix your kite lines:This is Eric with MACkite, and we're going to learn how to check to see if your lines have stretched and how to fix that. If you've had some hard crashes recently and your kite just doesn't seem to be flying right, your lines may have stretched unevenly. It's like when your car is out of alignment and you take your hands off the wheel and it drifts off to the left or right, then you know something's wrong.Make a Simple Sliding Pulley …

Straight to the Sinker?with Matt Aiken from North Kiteboarding Jake: What size board did you get started with, and what size are you on now? Matt: I haven't changed too much there. I've dabbled in some smaller boards. I learned on 135 liters, and I'm about 215 pounds. I learned in flat water and some pretty strong winds in Cape Hatteras. Jake: Lucky you! I'm not knocking our spot; we love it here, but flat water it is not. Matt: That definitely helps. Strong winds and fla …

Today I'm going to talk with you about what you need to go wingboard. Maybe you just got your gear and you're making a little checklist to make sure you have everything you need when you go to the beach. We want to help you figure out what you need to go wing successfully, that you got everything you need from the store, and you're not leaving anything at home. Wing & Wing Leash Obviously, you've got your inflatable wing. Is that everything you need for the wing? No, it's not. Some wings d …

Blake from MACkite here. I'm going for a session at the pier where I'm going to do some of my go-to kite foil tricks. Every time you go out, give these a try. They're super fun and I do them every time. Reverse self launch Shallow start pop-up Foot switch Toeside tack Straight air Backroll with grab Sit down Walk on water Seated carves Seated transition Seated one-foot drag Toeside frontroll transition Tack to toeside transition Tweaked grab Toeside pop High fives Speed runs Toeside one-foo …

This is Ryan and Cole here from MACkite, and today we're going to talk about our first impressions on the Liquid Force Launch foilboard. We had it out the other day behind the boat, riding a plethora of Slingshot wings, and we want to give you a quick review of our thoughts on it.First Impressions Cole: When I first picked up this board, I was a little bit skeptical. It's about medium weight. I've felt boards that are heavier than this, but I didn't think this board was going to perform …

What are Your Favorite North Sonar Foils for Kite and Wing Foiling?with Matt Aiken from North KiteboardingJake: What is your favorite front wing for winging and kiting?Matt: For kiting I ride this big 1500. It's cool; it goes plenty quick, but it's also got a really low stall speed. For fooling around riding waves and stuff, it can be really fun, so I like it a lot for kiting.For winging, with this being my first season, I started on our giant 2200, and that was really great for learning. …

This is Jeff and Ryan with MACkite, and we're here to help you make the decision between a wrist leash and a waist leash for your wing. Waist Leash Pros & Cons Jeff: I prefer the waist leash. I've ridden a lot of different leashes, and what I like about the waist leash is that it is around your waist. When you're trying to get out into the water, you have both your arms free so that you can paddle through the break, which is important when you start to get into a big break. It definitely …

Shop Cabrinha Nitro This is Pat from MACkiteboarding.com, and I'm going to give you my review of the Cabrinha 03 Nitro. I've had a couple sessions on it now, and I've really been enjoying this kite.What Is the Cabrinha Nitro? The Nitro is Cabinha's all-new big air kite. It's a 5-strut, higher-aspect kite made for boosting really high and doing kiteloops. So far, I've been really impressed with this kite. I felt at home as soon as I got on it. It falls right in line with the othe …